The AKAI APC64 and the Novation Launchpad Pro MK3 are two great MIDI controllers, and they have a lot in common, like a polyphonic sequencer, standalone mode and 64 pads with aftertouch! So how do you decide on one or the other?

The Akai APC64 and Novation Launchpad Pro Mk3 …

So you have a Novation Launchpad X or Pro and Ableton Live but sometimes you are a little list during your Live set? What about adding a nice blinking led on your Launchpad to get beat visual feedback ?

First, you need to install the Max4Live script here: MIDI Visual Metronome …

If you make music and use the excellent Davinci Resolve to edit your music videos, chances are you have a Novation Launchpad on hand. But did you know that you can use your Launchpad X or Launchpad Mini mk3 as a fast and cheap controller for Davinci Resolve?

Davinci Resolve …

Are you struggling to succeed with your live looping performance on Ableton? Here are my quick tips if you want to loop real instruments, like guitars, analog synthesizers, in a live set, and do not miss a beat. The ultimate guide to looping with Ableton Live!

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The Korg SQ-64 and the Novation Launchpad Pro MK3 are products that are marketed completely differently. And yet they have a lot in common: A standalone 4-track polyphonic sequencer! So how do you decide for one or the other?

Both are sold in the same price range, below $300 or …

Did you know that you can do Step Sequencing in Ableton Live without M4L, only with any MIDI keyboard or control surface? You just need to program a few macros and shortcuts, and you're ready to sequence! Without touching your computer or mouse :)

This quick tip applies to any Ableton …